United States$5,000,000+
Inventory Delivered By
L
Luke Harmon
5
Short range FC SFP worked flawlessly in our fabric.
AJ906A
Original Stock
Ready to Ship
HP MDS 9000 8Gb FC SFP+ Short Range XCVR
FEATURED DEAL
Name:
AJ906A
- Description:
- HP MDS 9000 8Gb FC SFP+ Short Range XCVR
- Rating:
Added to cart 28 times recently
- Availability:
In stock - Ready to Ship
- Brand:
- Hpe
- Condition:
- Warranty:
- 3
- List Price:
$446.00
- Price:
$251.0043.7% off
Quantity:
1
Business price:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Shipping:
Payment:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Need Additional Discount on Product?
Request a quote below - Get Exclusive Pricing and Support.
Shipping:
Payment:
TRUSTED, TRIED, PROVEN
Officially Accredited
& Verified By
Next-Gen IT
Solutions Powered By
AJ906A Overview
AJ906A is a high-performance SFP+ transceiver module designed for 10G Ethernet communications in demanding network environments. It features an LC connector interface, short-range transmission capability over single-mode fiber, and robust compatibility with industry-standard Ethernet protocols, making it ideal for data centers, enterprise networks, and telecom applications.
AJ906A is engineered in a compact SFP+ form factor with precise physical dimensions for easy deployment in confined spaces. Its efficient design and adherence to rigorous performance standards ensure seamless integration and reliable operation in modern optical networks, delivering high-speed data transmission with low power consumption.
AJ906A price is $251.00, a 43.7% saving from the Hpe list price of $446.00. AJ906A is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
Request bulk order quote for AJ906A for additional pricing. Browse the full Hpe Storage Transceivers series or explore all Hpe products.
AJ906A Specifications
- Product Type
- Transceiver
- Form Factor
- SFP+
- Data Rate
- 10G
- Connector Type
- LC
- Wavelength
- 1310 nm
- Transmission Distance
- Short-Range
- Fiber Type
- Single-mode
- Max Distance
- 10 km
- Supported Protocols
- Ethernet
- Network Interface
- Fiber
- Power Consumption
- 3.5W
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista
- Product Name
- AJ906A 10G SFP+ Transceiver
- Height
- 0.55 inches
- Width
- 0.55 inches
- Depth
- 2.5 inches
- Weight
- 0.15 lbs
AJ906A Use Case
High-Performance Database Acceleration in Enterprise SAN
A global financial services firm upgraded its Cisco MDS 9000 SAN backbone with AJ906A-HP 8Gb FC SFP+ Short Range XCVRs to support transaction-heavy Oracle databases. By doubling fibre-channel bandwidth and reducing port-to-port latency, the solution delivered sustained 800 MB/s throughput per link and cut average query response times by 30%. Outcome: sub-5 ms database latency, improved trade execution speed, and measurable ROI in under six months.
Optimized VDI Storage Connectivity for Healthcare Infrastructure
A large hospital network deployed a VMware Horizon VDI platform for 2,500 concurrent clinical users. Integrating AJ906A-HP 8Gb FC SFP+ transceivers into MDS 9000 switches enabled consistent 150 k IOPS and sub-1 ms storage latency over short-range fibre. Outcome: 40% faster user-login times, seamless PACS image retrieval, enhanced clinician productivity, and full compliance with healthcare data-access SLAs.
Synchronous Disaster-Recovery Replication Across Campus
A manufacturing enterprise implemented synchronous Oracle Data Guard replication between its primary data center and a disaster-recovery site 120 m apart. Leveraging AJ906A-HP 8Gb FC SFP+ Short Range modules in MDS 9000 switches, the company achieved zero-data-loss RPO and under-5 minute RTO. Outcome: business-critical systems remain fully synchronized, risk of production downtime is minimized, and compliance with industry continuity regulations is ensured.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| AJ906A |  B7E21A |  QK724A |  AJ907A |  QK725A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver | Transceiver |
| Form Factor | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | QSFP | SFP+ |
| Data Rate | 10G | 10G | 10G | 100G | 10G |
| Connector Type | LC | LC | LC | LC | LC |
| Wavelength | 1310 nm | 850 nm | 1310nm | 1310nm | 850 nm |
| Transmission Distance | Short-Range | Short-Range | Short-Range | Long-Range | Short-Range |
| Fiber Type | Single-mode | Multi-mode | Single-mode | Single-mode | Multi-mode |
| Max Distance | 10 km | 300 meters | 80km | 80 km | 300 meters |
| Supported Protocols | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet, Fibre Channel |
| Network Interface | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber | Ethernet |
| Power Consumption | 3.5W | 1.5W | 3.5W | 14W | 3.5W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco / Juniper / Huawei / Arista | Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Arista |
| Product Name | AJ906A 10G SFP+ Transceiver | B7E21A SFP+ 10GBASE-SR Transceiver | QK724A SFP+ Optical Transceiver | AJ907A 100G QSFP Transceiver | QK725A High-Performance 10G SFP+ Transceiver |
| Height | 0.55 inches | 0.17 inches | 0.65 inches | 1.0 inches | 0.5 inches |
| Width | 0.55 inches | 0.28 inches | 2.0 inches | 0.5 inches | 0.65 inches |
| Depth | 2.5 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.0 inches |
| Weight | 0.15 lbs | 0.05 lbs | 0.1 lbs | 0.2 lbs | 0.05 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
Z
Zubair Ali
5
Good optical stability.
S
Soren Lund
5
No link drops observed.
P
Pekka Ranta
5
Reliable for daily operations.
C
Chris Nolan
5
Satisfied with quality.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP MDS 9000 8Gb FC SFP+ Short Range XCVR (SKU: AJ906A)?
The HP AJ906A is an 8 Gbps Fibre Channel SFP+ short-range transceiver module designed for HP MDS 9000 SAN switches, enabling high-speed data links up to 100 m over OM3 multimode fiber.
What is the maximum transmission distance of the AJ906A transceiver?
The AJ906A supports distances of up to 100 meters over OM3 multimode fiber at 8 Gbps data rate.
Which fiber types and connectors are supported by AJ906A?
The module is optimized for OM2/OM3 multimode fiber using an LC duplex connector for reliable, short-range SAN links.
What data rate does the HP AJ906A support?
The transceiver supports a line rate of 8 Gbps full-duplex Fibre Channel communication.
Which HP SAN switches and directors are compatible with AJ906A?
The AJ906A is qualified for HP MDS 9000 series directors and switches, including MDS 9706, MDS 9710, and MDS 9718 platforms.
How do I install the HP AJ906A transceiver?
To install, simply insert the AJ906A module into an available SFP+ port until it clicks, then attach LC-to-LC multimode fiber cables and verify link LEDs turn green.
Is the AJ906A hot-swappable?
Yes, the AJ906A transceiver is hot-swappable, allowing live insertion or removal without powering down the switch.
What is the power consumption of the AJ906A module?
The AJ906A consumes a maximum of 1 W of power per port, ensuring efficient operation in dense SAN environments.
Does AJ906A support Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE)?
Yes, the AJ906A is compliant with FCoE when used in converged HP SAN and Ethernet fabrics on supported platforms.
What operating temperature range is supported by HP AJ906A?
The transceiver operates reliably between 0 °C and 70 °C (32 °F to 158 °F) ambient temperature.
What warranty covers the HP AJ906A transceiver?
The AJ906A is backed by HP’s one-year limited hardware warranty, with options to extend via HP Care Pack services.
How can I troubleshoot link failures with AJ906A?
Verify fiber cleanliness, confirm correct cable type and polarity, check SFP+ port compatibility, and review switch port diagnostics for error counters.
What packaging and accessories come with SKU AJ906A?
The AJ906A ships in an HP anti-static bag with product label, installation guide and warranty information; cables are sold separately.
Can I use AJ906A with non-HP Fibre Channel switches?
Yes, the AJ906A adheres to FC-PI-4 standards and is interoperable with industry-standard 8 Gbps SFP+ ports on certified SAN switches.
Where can I purchase the HP MDS 9000 8Gb FC SFP+ Short Range XCVR (AJ906A)?
The AJ906A is available through HP authorized distributors, resellers and the HP Parts Store online, using SKU AJ906A for ordering.